OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. – Blythe Jamieson Thomas, 81, passed at Integris Baptist Medical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Saturday, Nov. 29, 2014.
Blythe was born July 25, 1933, in Randolph, Vt., where she married her husband Richard Emery Thomas on June 14, 1952. This began a 62 year adventure that included living in or traveling to all 50 states and visiting numerous countries around the world before settling in Edmond, Okla.
During her early adult years she lovingly raised four children. In those years she was very active as a political volunteer and owned a Newcomers Business in Ada, Okla. Her positive energy, strong community ties, and desire to make the world a better place for others were qualities that led to a long successful career working for Oklahoma Senators Dewey F. Bartlett, Henry Bellmon, Don Nichols, and David L. Boren. Over 20 years of service, she helped accomplish many significant gains for her adopted state of Oklahoma.
Blythe split her retirement between New Hampshire and Florida. She pursued her love of nature through painting and photography, researching genealogy, playing cards and doing needlework. Most of all she brought joy to her friends and family.
She is survived and deeply loved by her husband Richard; daughter, Karen Hecker and husband, Bill; son, Douglas Thomas and wife, Pat; daughter, Kathy Sikes and husband, Mark; and son, Jeff Thomas; brother, William Jamieson; seven grandchildren; one great-grandchild; nieces, nephews, and many colleagues who were touched by her boundless love, sense of humor, practical intelligence, and motherly support. She will be greatly missed.
You may share memories on-line at obits.dignitymemorial.com/dignity-memorial/obituary.aspx?n=Blythe-Thomas&lc=7374&pid=173328321&mid=6216455 or in person Wednesday, Dec. 17, at 1:30 p.m. at Nigh University Center at the University of Central Oklahoma, Ballroom B.
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Blythe you were a great friend to me during our days in the U.S. Senate I miss you. Charles C. Smith
charles Smith
February 13, 2015
I was so sad to hear about Blythe's passing. I have a lot of fond memories from the first ten years of my life living next door to the Thomas family. In college, I had the opportunity to intern for Senator Boren so got to see the working side of Blythe. She was a great role model and a great person. Sending my condolences to Dick and your entire family.
Beth Katz Sherry
December 15, 2014
I know you are having the ball you deserve in heaven right now! My memory of you is in the olive garden where you and your your husband went to eat after a college show that Derek and I were in, and we had soup and salad (and all bread sticks of course :)) and shared great laughter. God bless you and your family, and I know you are at peace now. Sending much love to all who were close to you,
Felipe
Felipe Bombonato
December 10, 2014
Dick, you and your family have our deepest sympathy. Blythe was always such a joy to be with. A lovely lady. You have been, and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers.
Joyce and Griff
Joyce Griffin
December 9, 2014
Dick and family ...
My deepest sympathy on the passing of Blythe. Having worked with her in the late '80's (the Boren years), she was a class-act and great teacher. I'll forever remember her wit, wisdom, friendly nature and readiness to discuss policy at our "extended office." Blessing to you all! To Blythe!
Greg Kubiak
December 8, 2014
My heart goes out to the Thomas/ Jamieson family. I will miss staying in touch with this special woman who gave me so many reasons to smile over the years. Blythe will always be alive in my heart (and every time I make chili)! I'm thankful for the treasure trove of memories from good times shared with Blythe and family. With love and hugs, Alison
Alison Knowlton Karam
December 5, 2014
Dear Dick & family - I enjoyed having Blythe in my exercise class as well as a friend. She was a person to admire with her smile and her beautiful attitude about life. My life has been blessed by having her for a friend. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Jeanne Peterson, Edmond, Ok
December 3, 2014
My Deepest Sympathies to the Thomas family. She was a wonderful woman and I am so happy to have known her and I have many happy memories of time spent with her and the Thomas family.
Larry Butts
December 3, 2014
Blythe was a great friend and mentor. I enjoyed knowing her and her heartfelt friendship through the Mayflower Society. She was a class act and will be missed by many. I am comforted in knowing Blythe is cradled in the arms of God forever.
James Preston
December 3, 2014
Dick, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. What a great lady! One of the happiest memories of my childhood is when Blythe and I would sit at your kitchen table, drinking coffee and chatting. I guess I was about 14-15. A grown-up actually talking and listening to me!!! How different from how most adults treated me. I feel very fortunate to have the chance to meet you and Blythe twice more, including our sightseeing a few years ago in Fernandina Beach. I know you will miss her terribly. Rely on your terrific children and all your friends to get you through these trying times. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Bob Bohle
Robert Bohle
December 2, 2014
Dear Dick,
You are in my thoughts and prayers at this
sad time. I have fond memories of you and Blythe during your years in Florida and
I will miss sharing Florida news with Blythe.
Please do stay in touch.
Jean Harden
Jean Harden
December 2, 2014
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